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afpop and Medal Insurance
3rd Annual Golf Tournament

On Wednesday 19th September Golf for Greys are organising an Individual Stableford Golf Competition sponsored by Medal Insurance and afpop to be held at the beautiful Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course at Penina.  There are a limited number of tee times available for this popular event which promises to be a great day out.  Green fee including the excellent buffet lunch is only 50 euros and there will be cash prizes for ladies and gents plus nearest the pin and longest drive prizes.

Imperius Asset Management are sponsoring one of the nearest the pin prizes and will also be running a free-to-enter draw with a magnum of champagne to be won by one lucky player.  Staff from Medal, afpop and Imperius will have information on their respective services available to guests.

Henrique Pinheiro, Managing Director of Medal Seguros who have offices in Portimão and Almancil, says “We place high importance on being involved in social activities that enable various sectors of the community to enjoy their lives in Portugal in a relaxed environment.  This event underlines our support for afpop and its many Members”.

This year there will be a two tier start but with high attendance anticipated, early booking is advised.  To book please contact George or Lynn Cook at lynn@golfforgreys.com or by phone on 282 357 083 / 917 994 423

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For more information please contact the afpop office on 282 458 509 or e-mail info@afpop.com

The 33rd edition of Fatacil Fair, celebrating the heritage of the Aglarve, will take place 17-26 of August at the Lagoa Fair Grounds. There will be a wide of programme and entertainment. To suit all tastes there will be plenty of stands at the fair ground this year.

The Fatacil 2012 pays tribute to the Portugal’s beloved traditions of horses and fado. A special showing of horses, riders, singers and guitarists provide a unique show blending the two arts.

Ticket Prices:Ticket: 5€, Family Ticket: 15€ (4 People).

Fair Theme Days and Music Events

• Friday, August 17 - Theme - Algarve Day with regional foods.  Music - Fado Night
• Saturday, August 18 - Theme - Blood Donor Day.  Music - Boss AC
• Sunday, August 19 - Theme - Childrens Day.  Music - André Sardet
• Monday, August 20 - Theme - Arts and Crafts.  Music - José Cid
• Tuesday, August 21 - Theme - Business Day.  Music - Quim Barreiros
• Wednesday, August 22 - Theme - RTP "Verão Total".  Music - David Carreira
• Thursday, August 23 - Theme - Lusitanian Horses.  Music - Amor Electro
• Friday, August 24 - Theme - Thank You Portugal.  Music - Tim e Companhia
• Saturday, August 25 - Theme - Crédito Agricola Day.  Music - Aurea
• Sunday, August 26 - Theme - Portuguese Gastronomy Day.  Music - Paulo Gonzo

Join the Sardine Festival Portimão from 3 to 11 August 2012 at the Portimão Fair and Exhibition Park with plenty of entertainment, humour, circus, handicrafts, gastronomy, confectionery, fado, art, street theatre, entertainment – all of this and much more on a single stage – the Portimão Fair and Exhibition Park.

Single ticket starting at € 3,50.

More information can be found here.

Contact: www.festivaldasardinha.pt

Image source: www.festivaldasardinha.pt

Go where the bikers are and be part of the 31st Algarve International  Motorbike Meeting in Faro from the 19th till the 22th of Juli 2012.

Enjoy four days of great gigs and entertainment. This year’s edition will host the following artists:

• Billy Idol,
• Apocalyptica,
• WarCry,
• Aurea,
• GNR,
• Rebeldes and Noidz.

More information can be found here.

Image source: www.motoclubefaro.pt